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hazelnut brittle
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5 from 9 votes

Hazelnut Brittle

Homemade Hazelnut Brittle is a quick and easy treat that is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth craving, especially during the holidays.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 16 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/3 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 8 ounces roasted hazelnuts skins removed
  • Fleur de sel or crushed Maldon sea salt

Instructions

  • Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, water, butter and corn syrup and bring to a boil. Cook over medium high heat, stirring occasionally, until the caramel is light brown and reaches 300° F on a candy thermometer, about 10 minutes. Note that around 250° F the mixture will start to thicken.
  • Remove from the heat and carefully stir in the baking soda.
  • Stir in the nuts, then immediately scrape the brittle onto lined baking sheet. Spread the brittle into a thin, even layer. Work fast - it will set quickly. Sprinkle with salt.
  • After the brittle cools for at least 30 minutes, you can break it into large chunks.
  • Stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 month.

Nutrition

Calories: 206kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 39mg | Potassium: 96mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg